Last night we saw historic primary victories from Democratic women.
With her nomination last night, Democratic nominee Jahana Hayes is set to become the first-ever African American woman to represent Connecticut in Congress. Hayes, recipient of the 2016 National Teacher of the Year Award, is a lifelong Connecticut resident. A former social studies teacher at John F. Kennedy High School, she currently serves as the Talent and Professional Development Supervisor for Waterbury Public Schools.
Democrat Christine Hallquist’s victory in Vermont is an inspiration to the entire LGBTQ community. If elected, Hallquist will become the first openly transgender governor, and the highest-ranking transgender elected official in the nation. Hallquist’s path to victory is clear: Vermonters support increasing the minimum wage, believe that health care is a human right, believe in public schools, and want to be on the right side of history. Vermonters are ready for a governor who leads and who believes that everyone deserves the right to a brighter future.
As a former school teacher, veteran, and current Congressman Tim Walz won the nomination for Minnesota governor because he has a proven track record of getting results for Minnesota.
In addition, Peggy Flanagan would be the first Native American to serve as Minnesota lieutenant governor if elected in November. State Rep. Ilhan Omar won a crowded Democratic primary, paving the way for her to become the first Somali-American in Congress.
In Wisconsin, voters nominated Tony Evers who has been a fierce champion for Wisconsin children and families. His progressive vision for Wisconsin is one that will bring much-needed change for Wisconsinites who have seen opportunities for their families and communities diminish over Walker’s tenure. Wisconsin voters also nominated Mandela Barnes, who would be the first African American Wisconsin lieutenant governor if elected in November.